Top Tech Gifts for Father's Day

It's that time of year again - Father's Day is rapidly approaching. This year, don't get Dad the same old gift; instead, get him a cool new gadget. Whether he's the kind of dad who loves to be outside, the dad who travels for work, or the tech-savvy dad, there's a gift here for him.

For the outdoorsy dad:

The Big Jambox, $299 Allow your pop to share his favorite tunes on a BIG JAMBOX. This wireless speaker will allow him to play any song from his collection for all to enjoy, and it's customizable so you can get him one in his favorite color. Super portable, this speaker is perfect for any event, whether it's an outdoor barbeque, a hang-out session by the pool, or a day at the beach. And with a battery life of up to 15 hours, he won't have to worry about recharging all day. Without a doubt he'll love how simple and easy it is for him to control his music.

The Crankerator portable charger, $60 If your dad loves camping but hates being without his electronics, the Crankerator is for him. This portable device provides extra energy for all of his stuff. All he'll have to do is attach it to his device through the USB port. The Crankerator can store energy from regular old charging, but he can also use the hand crank to create more energy when there are no outlets available. Camping just got a whole lot cozier.

SunBrite outdoor TV, $1495+ This is a splurge worthy gift that's sure to make Dad feel special. The SunBrite outdoor TV is able to withstand the most extreme temperatures. Perfect for all of his outdoor festivities, the anti-glare screen will let him enjoy a perfect picture on the sunniest days.

ScanStik portable scanner, $99 Help make his business trips a little easier with the world's smallest, full-page color scanner. As it's tiny enough to fit in his pocket, he can carry it anywhere he goes. In just four seconds the ScanStik can scan anything including documents, photos, letters, and reports just like a flatbed scanner.

PrintStik portable printer, $199 Similar to the ScanStik, this is another great gift for men who are always on the road. With this miniature, portable Bluetooth printer, Dad can print any document from his laptop, smartphone, or tablet in minutes. That way, he can spend less time working and more time relaxing between meetings.

Cookoo smart watch, $130 This fashion forward watch is perfect for t dads on the go. With the "Smart Watch" linked up to his smartphone, it'll alert Dad whenever he gets a call, email, or text. He can now keep his phone on his desk, in his briefcase, or in his pocket without having to worry about missing anything important!

Cocoon GRID-IT! Wrap, $25 A man on the go still needs to bring along his electronics, and that's where the GRID-IT! Wrap comes in. Not only can this hold Dad's laptop, it also has built-in elastic straps to hold all kinds of other things like his smartphone, mouse, chargers, etc. Now your dad won't have to rummage through his bags; all of his electronics will be in one convenient, safe place.

Powerocks Magic Cube , $74+ Does your dad have a lot of electronics? If so, the Magic Cube is the gift for him. It allows him to charge up to six of his favorite toys anywhere and at any time. The Cube's USB connectors are compatible with smartphones, tablets, and many other electronics. It's great for work, travel, and everyday play.

The Stick-N-Find Bluetooth location tracker, $50 This is perfect for dads who just can't seem to remember where they leave their stuff. When he places his tracker on everyday objects like wallets, keys, and briefcase, a companion smartphone app allows him to see the location of the trackers. As long as the item is within a hundred feet of the smartphone, the tracker can show Dad exactly where he left his stuff.

Lytro Camera, $399 Help Pop capture his favorite summer memories with the first-ever light field camera. This camera produces crystal clear pictures by capturing an image and then refocusing the point of view. Designed to use anywhere, this camera will make Dad feel like a professional photographer.

Fitbit Flex, $100 Fathers have to keep in shape too, and the Fitbit Flex makes tracking his activity simple. The Flex, which comes in the form of a colorful wristband, tracks steps taken, calories burned, hours slept, distance traveled, active minutes, and quality of sleep. Your dad can wirelessly sync his Flex to his computer, smartphone, or tablet so he can see his progress conveniently charted out for him. Keeping active has never been easier!

Now that you've seen some of the great options for Father's Day gifts, don't go with the cliché - go with the gadgets. Ties and tools are tried and true, but this year, get Dad something new and interesting. He's bound to love any of these cool, technological alternatives.